Places And Travel
10 Most Neighborly Towns In Texas
Ten Texas towns where the welcome is the attraction, from Gruene Hall dance nights to the whooping cranes wintering near Rockport.
10 Prettiest Small Towns In The Pacific Northwest
Ten of the prettiest small towns in the Pacific Northwest, from Astoria river views to the Bavarian streets of Leavenworth, Washington.
9 Coolest Towns In The Rockies For A Summer Vacation In 2026
Nine Rocky Mountain towns across Colorado, Montana, Wyoming, and Idaho built for a 2026 summer of trails, rivers, gondolas, and easy downtowns.
7 Fairy-Tale Small Towns In Connecticut
Litchfield's grottos, Gillette Castle, the iconic Mystic drawbridge, and the pink cottage at Woodstock anchor seven fairy-tale towns in Connecticut.
10 Best Towns In South Carolina For A Two-Day Recharge
Plan a two-day South Carolina escape with small towns offering historic streets, waterfront walks, gardens, trails, and cozy stays.
Why Alligators Stop At Certain State Park Boundaries
From North Carolina's gator line to the Everglades salt boundary, here's why alligators seem to halt at state park edges, and what's really going on.
10 Ideal Ozarks Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
Ten Ozark towns built for a three-day base, from the staircases of Eureka Springs to the rivers around Tahlequah. Pick one, unpack once, and stay put.
The Highest Mountain Pass Road In America
A drive over the highest mountain pass in the United States will take you more than two and one half miles above sea level.
This Massachusetts Scenic Byway Is The Road Trip Of A Lifetime
Follow the Battle Road Scenic Byway through Arlington, Lexington, Lincoln, and Concord, tracing the route of April 19, 1775 over three unforgettable days.
8 Picture-Perfect Main Streets In North Carolina
Eight North Carolina Main Streets carry distinct visual identities, including Blue Ridge Blowing Rock, coastal Beaufort, Edenton, and Mount Airy's Mayberry.
11 Best Places To Call Home In New York In 2026
Eleven of the best places to call home in New York in 2026, from Hudson Valley river towns to Finger Lakes and Lake Ontario ports.
American Towns Founded by a Single Family
Meet the pioneering families behind American towns and learn how their businesses, ambitions, and complex legacies shaped each community.
10 Prettiest Small Towns In The Southern United States
10 Prettiest Small Towns In The Southern United States span alpine Helen, historic Yorktown, the Smokies' Cherokee, and Christmas-loving Canton, Mississippi.
10 Coolest Vermont Towns For A Summer Vacation In 2026
Vermont's small towns are perfect for a summer vacation, complete with ice cream, swimming holes, nature trails, and quaint country stores.
The Forests Where Ticks Are Worst
The Forests Where Ticks Are Worst cluster in two bands, the blacklegged tick belt from New England to the Upper Midwest and lone star tick country.
What Happens If You Feed Wildlife In A National Park
What Happens If You Feed Wildlife In A National Park? It harms the animals, draws aggressive behavior, spreads disease, and is illegal under federal law.
The Emptiest Counties In The Great Plains
The Emptiest Counties In The Great Plains include King County, Texas, where 192 people are spread across more than 900 square miles of ranch country.
Germany's 11 Best Retirement Towns Ranked
Discover the best places to retire in Germany, combining excellent healthcare, walkable historic towns, and beautiful natural surroundings.
10 Best Towns In Switzerland To Retire Comfortably
Discover five of Switzerland’s best towns for retirees, with scenic beauty, reliable healthcare, efficient rail links, and walkable centers.
The Longest Highways In The World
The Longest Highways In The World are led by the Pan-American Highway, followed by Australia's Highway 1, Russia's Trans-Siberian, and the Trans-Canada.
The Foggiest Places on Earth
Where warm and cold air collide, fog swallows the coast for months. Discover the foggiest places on Earth and the science behind their endless mist.
Countries Of North Africa
North Africa is defined as the part of Africa stretching from the Atlantic shores in the west to the Red Sea coast and Suez Canal in the east, and including the 6 countries of Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, Egypt, and Sudan .
Where People Are Moving To In Queensland In 2026
Queensland leads Australia for interstate migration. Here are the 10 cities and regions people are actually moving to in 2026, coast to tropical north.
Why Alaska Doesn't Have Counties
Alaska is the only US state without counties. The use of boroughs, including a vast Unorganized Borough, and the 1956 constitution explain why.
Towns at the Very End of the Road
The road ends here in six remote towns across the US, Canada, and Scotland, where icebergs, rainforest, bald eagles, and Pilgrim history await.
Hiking Amongst The Black Bears And Rattlesnakes Of Beausoleil Island
Hiking Amongst The Black Bears And Rattlesnakes Of Beausoleil Island, a solo trek across Georgian Bay, the world's largest freshwater archipelago.
This Quiet Utah Town Is An Underrated Gem For Nature Lovers
Sitting close to both sweeping desert and mountain landscapes, discover this wonderful destination's past, along with its many natural wonders.
Which State Spends The Most On Its State Parks?
California outspends every state on its parks, but is it actually the biggest spender? Depends how you count. The surprisingly funny math of park budgets.
9 Coolest Washington Towns For A Summer Vacation In 2026
Washington is the perfect destination for a summer vacation in 2026, featuring a Bavarian-themed town, the beautiful views of Whidbey Island, and more.
Every National Park In The Pacific Northwest
Deepest lake in the country, the most glaciated peak in the Lower 48, and rainforest coastline: meet the Pacific Northwest's four national parks.
The State Parks That Now Require Reservations
Spontaneous park trips are getting harder. From Colorado to Florida, these state parks now require reservations for entry. Here's what to know before you go.
8 Most Breathtaking Towns In British Columbia
Visit remarkable British Columbia towns for mountain trails, coastal storms, hot springs, ski resorts, and unforgettable scenery.
13 Gorgeous Pacific Coast Towns to Visit
Running from northern Washington to southern California, these are the most gorgeous coastal towns worth visiting this year.
10 Perfect Destinations for a Long Weekend in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's small towns are the perfect destination for a long weekend, featuring everything from Cricus World to the 14-turn Road America.
The Best National Parks On The East Coast
From the busiest park in the country to one reachable only by seaplane, these seven East Coast national parks span cliffs, reefs, swamp, and forest.
7 California's Sierra Nevada Towns Where Time Stands Still
From wine tasting in Murphys to a 19th-century foundry in Sutter Creek, discover 7 relaxed historic towns worth a slow weekend in California's Sierra Nevada.
8 Main Streets Where Upstate New York Comes Alive
Explore eight Upstate New York towns with lively downtowns, historic main streets, local shops, waterfront views, museums, and standout places to eat.
The Safest Small Towns In Virginia
Discover seven of Virginia’s safest towns, where low crime rates meet historic streets, scenic trails, and inviting places to live or visit.
Why Some State Parks Have No Snakes At All
Why Some State Parks Have No Snakes At All: only Alaska is truly snake-free, while Hawaii, Maine, and Rhode Island each come close in their own way.
The National Parks That Started Out As State Parks
The National Parks That Started Out As State Parks are Everglades and Yosemite, whose roots trace to Royal Palm State Park and the 1864 Yosemite Grant.